Monticello, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
4,055 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,788 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jones County
2
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
3
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jones County
2
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 1 37
Dec 2 8 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 33, IA State House District 66, IA
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Schools

Monticello High School
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
Monticello Middle School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Cornell College
24 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Mount Mercy University
29 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Jones Regional Medical Center
10 miles, SW • 5 star
Regional Medical Center
23 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
27 miles, E • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
36 miles, W • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
64 miles, S • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
66 miles, NW • 1 star
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